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The median house price in North Kellyville is $1.90m, with units at $720k. House values have moved 5.9% a year compounded over five years.
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North Kellyville has an estimated 22,830 residents, up from 17,401 at the 2021 Census — a change of 5,429 people, or 31.2%. Growth has averaged 8.3% a year over five years, faster than 95% of areas nationally. 963 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 66.0% of that increase. That puts 2,829 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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As of Aug 2026, the suburb of North Kellyville has an estimated population of around 22,830, determined through AreaSearch's review of ABS broader regional demographic revisions and post-Census address validations. This represents an addition of 5,429 people (31.2%) compared to the 17,401 people recorded in the 2021 Census. Such expansion is drawn from an estimated resident count of 22,392 established via AreaSearch's evaluation of recent ABS ERP figures (June 2025) alongside 963 newly verified addresses following the Census date. With a density of 2,829 persons per square kilometer, the suburb ranks in the upper quartile of Australian localities evaluated by AreaSearch.
Surpassing New South Wales (7.3%) and Greater Sydney, the 31.2% expansion recorded in the suburb of North Kellyville since the 2021 census positions it as a major regional driver. While overseas migration and natural increase both made positive contributions, interstate arrivals served as the primary catalyst, supplying approximately 66.0% of recent population additions. Demographic modelling from AreaSearch incorporates ABS/Geoscience Australia SA2 figures published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year, while drawing on NSW State Government SA2 forecasts published in 2022 using 2021 as a base for any uncovered locations. Cohort-specific growth trajectories from these aggregated datasets are likewise mapped across all localities for the years 2032 to 2041. Projected population trajectories indicate exceptional expansion for the suburb of North Kellyville, ranking within the top 10% nationwide, with local resident numbers anticipated to climb by 10,428 persons through to 2041 according to aggregated SA2 modelling, delivering a cumulative 43.7% gain across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
2,344 new dwellings have been approved in North Kellyville over the past five years, an average of 468 a year. That places the area in the 94th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 20 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 184 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 72% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 73, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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ABS building approval figures examined by AreaSearch indicate that North Kellyville recorded an annual average of around 468 residential approvals, yielding approximately 2,344 approved dwellings across the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), alongside 73 during FY-25 to date. An intake of 8 incoming residents per annum for each dwelling constructed over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) underscores a significant supply shortage relative to demand, placing upward pressure on property values amid heightened competition. Builders are focusing heavily on the upper-tier segment, with residential projects carrying an average construction cost of $959,000.
On the commercial front, building approvals stand at just $238,000 for the current financial year, pointing to very subdued non-residential development. Per-capita building activity in North Kellyville tracks substantially behind Greater Sydney, sitting 61.0% below the regional average. Such limited construction pipelines tend to support asset values and sustain demand across established stock. The development mix remains heavily oriented toward low-density living, with freestanding houses accounting for 72.0% of approvals and medium-to-high density formats (townhouses or apartments) making up 28.0%, retaining the neighbourhood's suburban appeal for buyers seeking space. An intensity of roughly 259 residents per dwelling approval highlights a local market undergoing transition. Projections based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch indicate that North Kellyville will add 9,980 residents through to 2041. If prevailing construction volumes persist, upcoming residential supply is well-positioned to satisfy structural housing needs, fostering favourable buyer conditions and creating scope for demographic expansion to exceed baseline forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside North Kellyville, worth an estimated $89 million. A further 75 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $50.7 billion. 30 are already under construction and 33 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and retail. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Strategic planning, public works, and capital investments play a decisive role in shaping local growth and liveability. AreaSearch has pinpointed 21 separate initiatives projected to influence the locality. Prominent developments include Rouse Hill Hospital, Rouse Hill Town Centre Expansion, Bellerive Rise Estate, and Verde Estate North Kellyville, with the primary projects outlined below.
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Annangrove Road Mixed Use Development
A 1.6-hectare DA-approved mixed-use development featuring a service station with convenience store, childcare facility, office premises, and indoor recreation facility/gym. The precinct includes multiple quick-service restaurants with drive-thru facilities, vehicle repair station, and extensive parking. It is situated on a high-exposure frontage within the Box Hill and Rouse Hill growth corridor.
Bellerive Rise Estate
House and land estate by Allam Property Group in North Kellyville, delivering turnkey homes with contemporary minimalist facades and Diamond-level luxury inclusions. New stages are actively releasing in 2025. Located in Sydney's North West growth corridor with access to Metro rail, schools, and established retail amenities. Managed by The Hills Shire Council.
North Kellyville Shopping Centre
Proposed shopping centre development at 8-10 Barry Road, North Kellyville including retail uses and community facilities to service the growing North Kellyville residential area.
Withers Road Neighbourhood Shopping Centre
A new neighbourhood shopping centre developed by HMC Capital featuring 22 tenancies including a supermarket, specialty shops, restaurants, and cafes. The 6,930 sqm precinct includes 179 car spaces, 62 bicycle spaces, and 6 click-and-collect bays. The project focuses on community connectivity with landscaped plazas, outdoor dining walkways, and the planting of 42 new trees to enhance the local environment.
Barry Road and Withers Road Intersection Upgrade
Upgrade of the intersection of Barry Road and Withers Road in North Kellyville into a dual-lane roundabout. The project improves traffic safety, capacity, and active transport connectivity with upgraded pedestrian crossings and shared paths. Delivered by The Hills Shire Council under the local infrastructure contributions program.
Rouse Hill Town Centre Expansion
A 200 million dollar expansion of Rouse Hill Town Centre by The GPT Group and GPT Wholesale Shopping Centre Fund, adding more than 10,600 square metres of new retail space linking Big W and Kmart. The project delivers 45 plus new specialty stores, 4 mini-majors, dining and leisure options, a brand new Town Green with family-friendly play area, and over 200 additional car spaces with improved access from Rouse Hill Drive. ADCO Constructions is the construction partner, with site works having commenced in early 2025 following a sod-turning ceremony on 7 May 2025.The expansion retains the centre's signature indoor-outdoor design and seamless walking loop. Upon completion, the centre will exceed 80,000 square metres of total floor space, supporting rapid population growth in Sydney's north-west corridor and the Hills Shire which is forecast to grow 30 percent over the next decade. The project is expected to create more than 300 construction jobs and over 400 new retail positions.
Rouse Hill Hospital
The new Rouse Hill Hospital is a $910 million healthcare project delivered by Health Infrastructure NSW with head contractor Lendlease. Located at the intersection of Windsor Road and Commercial Road, the greenfield facility provides an emergency department, acute inpatient beds, day surgery, comprehensive maternity and paediatric services, and a multi-deck carpark. Site preparation and early construction works are actively underway.
Verde Estate North Kellyville
Residential estate development at 1 Hillview Road, North Kellyville. Part of the ongoing North Kellyville residential expansion with landscaped lots and modern housing designs in a master-planned community setting.
12,378 residents of North Kellyville are employed, from a labour force of 12,767. Unemployment sits at 3.0%, with participation at 74.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 17,782, about 78% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Aggregated statistical area metrics compiled by AreaSearch demonstrate that North Kellyville maintains a highly skilled labour profile marked by strong professional services engagement, consistent year-on-year job stability, and a low unemployment rate of 3.0%. There are 12,378 employed residents as of March 2026, with local unemployment sitting 1.1% lower than the 4.1% recorded for Greater Sydney. Labour force engagement is particularly elevated, reaching 74.9% versus 68.9% across Greater Sydney. Furthermore, 54.1% of working locals reported working from home during the Census, although this figure was subject to the influence of Covid-19 restrictions.
Resident employment is primarily concentrated across health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and construction sectors. A pronounced local specialization is evident in finance & insurance, which engages workers at 1.3 times the Greater Sydney benchmark. Conversely, transport, postal & warehousing exhibits a smaller footprint, accounting for 3.5% of local employment relative to 5.3% across the wider region. Census figures comparing local jobs to the resident workforce reveal that this predominantly residential precinct offers relatively few job opportunities within its own boundaries. In the year leading to March 2026, AreaSearch evaluation of combined ABS and SALM figures shows that a 0.2% reduction in the local labour force paired with a 0.4% contraction in employment pushed local unemployment up by 0.2 percentage points. Over the same timeframe, Greater Sydney recorded 1.9% employment growth, a 1.9% increase in labour supply, and a slight reduction in joblessness. To gauge future workplace demand, Jobs and Skills Australia national projections from Mar-26 across five- and ten-year horizons were mapped against the resident occupational base. Against broader nationwide growth forecasts of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, industry variations applied to North Kellyville's specific sectoral composition point to prospective local employment expansions of 6.9% over five years and 14.0% over ten years (noting this represents an illustrative weighted extrapolation rather than a local demographic forecast).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in North Kellyville is $3,120 a week (about $162,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,212 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $71,629 a year against an average of $90,086. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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Postcode-level ATO records for financial year 2023 compiled by AreaSearch show that taxpayers in North Kellyville achieved a median income of $71,629 and an average income of $90,086, positioning the suburb well ahead of Greater Sydney benchmarks of $60,817 and $83,003. Applying a 10.32% Wage Price Index increase since financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of roughly $79,021 for median earnings and $99,383 for average earnings as of March 2026. Census metrics place local household, family, and individual incomes between the 91st and 97th percentiles nationally. A substantial 34.0% of residents (7,762 individuals) receive $4000+ weekly, whereas the $1,500 - 2,999 category represents the largest regional cohort at 30.9%.
With 52.6% generating weekly earnings in excess of $3,000, the area possesses substantial purchasing power to sustain high-end commercial services. While housing costs absorb 19.4% of income, strong remuneration ensures disposable earnings remain at the 96th percentile, underpinning a top-tier SEIFA 10th decile placement.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
North Kellyville had 5,079 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 83% detached houses and 14% apartments. 58% are owned with a mortgage, 28% rented and 14% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $600 a week and the median mortgage repayment $3,250 a month, a total housing cost higher than 99% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 19.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, the housing composition in North Kellyville is heavily dominated by detached houses at 82.6%, with semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative structures accounting for 17.3%, in contrast to the broader Sydney metro distribution of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Outright home ownership stands at 13.7%, trailing Sydney metro levels, while 58.3% of properties are mortgaged and 27.9% are tenanted. Financing and rental obligations are comparatively steep: local median monthly mortgage repayments stand at $3,250 and median weekly rent reaches $600, well above Sydney metro figures of $2,427 and $470 respectively.
Compared to Australia-wide benchmarks, repayments in North Kellyville significantly exceed the national mortgage average of $1,863 and the national weekly rent average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
North Kellyville counted 5,079 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 6,664 today, averaging 3.3 people each. 61% are couples with children, more than in 99% of areas nationally, against 19% couples without children. 10% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the vast majority of local domestic arrangements, accounting for 88.9% of households. This structure is led by couples with children at 60.7%, followed by childless couples at 19.2% and single parent households at 8.6%. Non-family living arrangements represent 11.1% of the total, consisting of single-person dwellings at 9.5% and group homes at 1.5%. Reflecting this family orientation, the median household occupancy of 3.3 individuals exceeds the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
47.2% of adults in North Kellyville hold a university qualification, including 30.1% with a bachelor degree and 14.5% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 99% of areas nationally. A further 14.0% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 3,167 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,118 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Qualifications among North Kellyville residents sit well above broader state and national standards, as 47.2% of individuals aged 15+ hold tertiary degrees, compared to 32.2% in NSW and 30.4% across Australia, equipping the community well for professional and knowledge-intensive industries. Within higher education, bachelor degrees represent 30.1%, postgraduate degrees comprise 14.5%, and graduate diplomas account for 2.6%. Applied technical expertise is also widely held, with vocational qualifications attained by 26.1% of residents aged 15+, spanning advanced diplomas (12.1%) and certificates (14.0%). Active learning engagement is widespread across the suburb, where 36.6% of the population is currently undertaking formal study.
This cohort encompasses 14.4% attending primary schools, 8.7% participating in secondary schooling, and 6.0% enrolled in tertiary courses.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in North Kellyville reaches 84 stops on 41 routes, timetabled for about 2,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 210 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.7 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Transit assessments show 84 operational bus stops positioned across North Kellyville, linked by 41 separate lines that deliver 2,914 scheduled services weekly. Commuters benefit from good network connectivity, residing an average distance of 214 meters from their nearest transit node. Given the suburban residential character, outward travel dominates commuting flows: private vehicles serve as the primary transport mode for 84% of travellers, while train travel represents 8%. Private vehicle ownership sits above regional norms at 1.7 vehicles per household. Additionally, 54.1% of workers reported working from home during the 2021 Census, although this was potentially affected by COVID-19 conditions.
Across the local transit network, services operate at a collective frequency of 416 daily trips, translating to roughly 34 trips per week at each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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83.2% of residents in North Kellyville report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 93% of areas nationally. 2.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 62.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.0 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Analyses of chronic illness prevalence and mortality rates by AreaSearch reveal excellent overall health metrics for North Kellyville, characterized by minimal rates of common medical ailments across all age demographics. In addition, private health insurance uptake is notably widespread, covering approximately 62% of the resident community (14,259 people), surpassing both the Greater Sydney proportion of 59.9% and the Australian benchmark of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health disorders represent the most prevalent health conditions in North Kellyville, affecting 5.5% and 4.2% of inhabitants respectively, whereas 83.2% of the population reported no long-term illnesses, exceeding the Greater Sydney benchmark of 74.6%.
Seniors aged 65 and above constitute 8.5% of the community (1,940 people), tracking below the regional level of 15.5%. Older residents experience positive health profiles, with national rankings aligning closely with the broader local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
44.5% of North Kellyville residents were born overseas and 44.8% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 87% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (16.2%) and English (14.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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A diverse multicultural fabric characterizes North Kellyville, where 44.5% of residents were born outside Australia and 44.8% speak a non-English language in their domestic environment. Christianity forms the largest religious affiliation at 46.5% of the local population. Notably, Hinduism shows a distinct concentration, representing 11.8% of residents compared to the Greater Sydney regional average of 5.2%. When examining parental heritage and ancestry, the three largest shares in North Kellyville comprise Other backgrounds (20.3%), Australian ancestry (16.2%), and English roots (14.9%). Clear variances from metropolitan norms are visible across several cultural groups, with Indian heritage notably prominent at 11.0% locally (compared to 3.6% across Greater Sydney), alongside South Australian at 1.2% (against 0.5%) and Sri Lankan at 1.0% (against 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of North Kellyville is 34, younger than 86% of areas nationally. That is 1 year older than at the 2021 Census. 24.3% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The demographic profile of the suburb of North Kellyville tilts strongly toward youthful generations. As at August 2026, children and young adults (0 - 24) constitute 37.7% of the community compared with 30.4% throughout Greater Sydney, while senior and retiree demographics (65+) account for 8.5% relative to the regional benchmark of 15.5%. The median age is calculated by AreaSearch at 34 as at August 2026, rising from 33 recorded at the 2021 Census and sitting 3 years younger than the Greater Sydney median of 37 at that Census. The most pronounced shift since the Census occurred among the 25 - 44 cohort, declining from 35.4% to an estimated 31.1%.
Looking to 2041, mature adults and early retirees (45 - 64) are forecast to capture the bulk of population gains, expanding by 3,874 people (75%) to total 9,056, while senior and retiree cohorts will undergo the most rapid proportional increase, climbing 188% to 5,593.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for North Kellyville
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jun 2026 4 months ago all 3 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jun 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 963 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (17,401 at the 2021 Census → 22,830 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL13003). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.